Digital Producer and Editor

Job Description

TITLE:      Digital Producer and Editor
DEPARTMENT: News
REPORTS TO:   Managing Editor
CLASSIFICATION:  Exempt
SALARY RANGE:   $65,000 - $72,000
WORK LOCATION: On-Site (Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.–7 p.m. with 1 hr break)

 
SUMMARY:
 
TPR is seeking a Digital Producer and Editor who thrives at the intersection of meaningful journalism and audience-centered digital storytelling.
 
Texas Public Radio (TPR) is a mission-driven, award-winning, multimedia organization serving a wide expanse of the state.
 
In this role, you’ll help drive the daily news cycle, delivering high-impact journalism that keeps our audience informed about the issues that matter most in San Antonio and South Texas.
The position blends roughly 50% content production with 50% digital editing and includes digital-first reporting on breaking news as it happens, along with shaping and producing newsletters that deepen audience engagement and extend our reporting beyond the homepage.
This position is within the bargaining unit represented by the SAG-AFTRA Union.
Union membership is not required as a condition of employment.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Edit and revise reporter stories and scripts for accuracy, clarity, grammar, and AP style
• Serve as copy editor for web stories, ensuring consistency with TPR editorial standards
• Produce digital stories that range from fast-moving breaking news to in-depth guides and explainers
• Shape radio and audio-first reporting into clear, engaging digital stories for web and mobile audiences
• Responsible for production of the TPR Today newsletter and notifications as assigned
• Perform background research and fact-checking as needed to strengthen stories and provide context
• Assist reporters with building, formatting, and publishing stories in the content management system
• Help ensure stories are appropriately framed, headlined, and optimized for digital platforms

• Work with freelance reporters as needed to meet coverage demands
• Fulfill administrative obligations related to assignments, including maintaining communication with editors and submitting timely expense reports
• Participate appropriately in station fundraising, sponsorship activities, and live events
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including participating in cross-training opportunities to support breaking news coverage

Job Requirements

EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field, or equivalent experience
 
EXPERIENCE: 
Minimum of four years writing and/or editing news copy
 
SKILLS: 

• Demonstrated ability to write and edit clear, accurate, compelling news stories consistent with AP Style guidelines
• Strong news judgment and understanding of ethical journalism standards
• Technologically versatile with experience in content management systems tools
• Experience using software to edit photos and images and design visual presentations desired
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, including the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated professionalism and personal relationship skills, including the ability to work well with other team members
• Self-motivated, with a “willing spirit” and the ability to work efficiently with limited direct supervision
• This position requires availability outside of regular business hours during breaking news or urgent coverage
• Must have valid standard Class C driver’s license and transportation
• Spanish/English bilingual language skills a plus

 
We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences, and passions. If you don't meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and think you're the right person for the job, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.
 
 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
●    Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects or hand tools.
●    Verbally conveying detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, clearly, and quickly.
●    Able to hear average or normal conversations in person or by phone.
●    Frequently and regularly use the wrists, hands, and fingers.
●    Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or other materials.  Must be able to differentiate color coding of wiring and components.
●   Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. May have to lift folders, files, papers, audio/video equipment, and other items weighing up to approximately 25 lbs.

• Ability to travel to story destinations.

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